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Former head of FBI San Antonio discusses challenges investigating Suzanne Simpson case
Read full article: Former head of FBI San Antonio discusses challenges investigating Suzanne Simpson caseSuzanne Clark Simpsonās name and face have been everywhere. Despite the attention on her case and a murder charge for her husband, law enforcement has not been able to find her.
From 9/11 to Sutherland Springs, the face of the FBI San Antonio District retires after 26 years
Read full article: From 9/11 to Sutherland Springs, the face of the FBI San Antonio District retires after 26 yearsIn a far-reaching interview with KSAT anchor Steve Spriester, Christopher Combs, special agent in charge of the FBI San Antonio District, spoke about everything from Sutherland Springs to the emotional toll of the job after 26 years.
San Antonio man sentenced to federal prison for perpetrating COVID-19 hoax, FBI says
Read full article: San Antonio man sentenced to federal prison for perpetrating COVID-19 hoax, FBI saysA San Antonio man who claimed online that he paid a COVID-19-positive person to lick items at local grocery stores has landed a sentence in federal prison.
San Antonio father and son arrested for defrauding investors, federal officials say
Read full article: San Antonio father and son arrested for defrauding investors, federal officials saySAN ANTONIO ā A father and son were arrested and charged in connection with an alleged Ponzi scheme that defrauded investors out of more than $800,000, according to U.S. Attorney Gregg N. Sofer and FBI Special Agent in Charge Christopher Combs of the San Antonio division. Earl Roberts Sr., 76, and Larry Roberts, 50, were charged with one count of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud, two counts of wire fraud, and two counts of mail fraud. According to court reports, the duo owned and operated a company āengaged in the business of āfactoringā invoices and receivables from other companies.āTheir business ceased operations in December 2016 but continued to solicit investor funds until February 2018, according to authorities. Reports said that āinvestors were told that their money would only be used to factor receivables when in fact the defendants used investor funds to pay withdrawals and interest payments to previous investors.āThe San Antonio residents were arrested Monday without incident, and they have both been released on bond, according to reports.
KSAT-12 News special 'After Sutherland Springs' airs Tuesday at 9 p.m.
Read full article: KSAT-12 News special 'After Sutherland Springs' airs Tuesday at 9 p.m.SAN ANTONIO ā A KSAT-12 special will examine the aftermath of the shooting inside the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs, where 26 parishioners were killed during Sunday morning church services Nov. 5. Life 'After Sutherland Springs'Much of the special, called "After Sutherland Springs," focuses on the fallout of the shooting, including how the gunman was able to buy guns because his conviction for domestic violence and stay at a mental hospital did not turn up in background checks. The coverage also includes a look at how other mass shooters were able to get their hands on guns. CLICK HERE TO SEE KSAT-12'S COVERAGE OF SUTHERLAND SPRINGS"That's probably the worst scene I've ever seen," FBI Special Agent in Charge Christopher Combs said. Finally, "After Sutherland Springs" includes messages of hope from First Baptist's Pastor Frank Pomeroy and other local religious leaders who want people to continue to believe in the good of others and not to give in to fear.